On Tuesday, October 21 students at SWMS will enjoy jicama and purple sweet potatoes because of our Fruits and Vegetables Program grant.
Two - hour late start
SWMS will Go Gold on October 23rd to recognize young people with childhood cancer, honor those who have lost their battle to childhood cancer, and celebrate the survivors of childhood cancer.
October is breast cancer awareness month. The students of SWMS wore pink on Thursday, October 16 in honor of all those who have passed away, survived or are fighting breast cancer.
SWMS choir students treated patrons of the Sturgis Senior Citizen Center to a free concert on Thursday, October 9th.
SWMS would like to thank Girl Scout Troop 72143 for their generous donation to the Scooper Closet.
Support the PTSA after you support your child! The Loud American food truck will be at SWMS during Parent Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, Oct. 7th. 10% of sales will go to the PTSA.
SWMS will be rewarding students who have Perfect Attendance each month. In order to be eligible, students must be in school every day and not have a single tardy for that month. Tracking for Perfect Attendance will start over at the beginning of each month, making EVERY student eligible every month. School activities do NOT count against the student.
On October 1st SWMS recognized 25 - fifth grade students, 21 - sixth grade students, 33 -seventh grade students, and 17 - eight grade students who had perfect attendance. The SWMS PTSA randomly selected one lucky student from each grade to receive a $5 coupon to the SWMS concession stand that was redeemed immediately. Five other students from each grade selected randomly were given the option to choose a gift card from Burger King, McDonalds, Pizza Ranch, or the Sturgis Community Center. All perfect attendance students will be receiving popcorn during their lunch as well. How awesome to have 97 students with no tardies or absences. Thank you to Burger King, McDonalds, Pizza Ranch, the Sturgis Community Center, and the SWMS PTSA for sponsoring this event.
On October 1st SWMS recognized 25 - fifth grade students, 21 - sixth grade students, 33 -seventh grade students, and 17 - eight grade students who had perfect attendance. The SWMS PTSA randomly selected one lucky student from each grade to receive a $5 coupon to the SWMS concession stand that was redeemed immediately. Five other students from each grade selected randomly were given the option to choose a gift card from Burger King, McDonalds, Pizza Ranch, or the Sturgis Community Center. All perfect attendance students will be receiving popcorn during their lunch as well. How awesome to have 97 students with no tardies or absences. Thank you to Burger King, McDonalds, Pizza Ranch, the Sturgis Community Center, and the SWMS PTSA for sponsoring this event.
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SWMS would like to thank First Interstate Bank for their generous donation to our Scooper Closet. First Interstate Bank held a food drive on September 19th in which donations were split between the high school, Stagebarn, and SWMS. Mrs. Alicia Harris accepted the donation for SWMS.
The SWMS Scooper Closet has handed out 223 items in the month of September alone.
The SWMS Scooper Closet has handed out 223 items in the month of September alone.
Today's fruit and vegetable snack is a Jerusalem artichoke.
A sunchoke, also known as a Jerusalem artichoke, is
a North American perennial plant from the sunflower family that produces edible, potato-like tubers with a mild, sweet, and nutty flavor and a crisp texture
. Sunchokes are rich in inulin, a prebiotic fiber that aids digestion and gut health, and offer various health benefits, including blood sugar control and immune support. They can be eaten raw, pickled, roasted, or pureed and are a versatile ingredient that can be roasted, fried, or used in soups and salads.
Taste & Texture
Raw:
Crisp, with a texture similar to water chestnuts or jicama.
Cooked:
Mild, sweet, and nutty. Texture can resemble zucchini or eggplant when cooked.
A sunchoke, also known as a Jerusalem artichoke, is
a North American perennial plant from the sunflower family that produces edible, potato-like tubers with a mild, sweet, and nutty flavor and a crisp texture
. Sunchokes are rich in inulin, a prebiotic fiber that aids digestion and gut health, and offer various health benefits, including blood sugar control and immune support. They can be eaten raw, pickled, roasted, or pureed and are a versatile ingredient that can be roasted, fried, or used in soups and salads.
Taste & Texture
Raw:
Crisp, with a texture similar to water chestnuts or jicama.
Cooked:
Mild, sweet, and nutty. Texture can resemble zucchini or eggplant when cooked.
"Attention Scoopers and Family!
It's time for the BEST DAY EVER. The SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR is back in town!
Come on down and "book" some time out for the book fair!
Treat your "shelf" to some AMAZING new books!
Date: October 6th to October 9th
Time: 8 am to 7 pm (during school and PT conferences)
Location: SWMS Library"
It's time for the BEST DAY EVER. The SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR is back in town!
Come on down and "book" some time out for the book fair!
Treat your "shelf" to some AMAZING new books!
Date: October 6th to October 9th
Time: 8 am to 7 pm (during school and PT conferences)
Location: SWMS Library"
SWMS Homecoming 2025-2026 Dress Up Days! September 15th-September 19th.
Sturgis Williams Middle School would like to thank Sabers Insurance Agency for their generous donation of school supplies to our Scooper Closet.
Dental Bus Coming to Sturgis Elementary!
The Delta Dental Mobile Program is coming to Sturgis Elementary September 15-19, 2025. They provide dental exams, preventive services, cleanings, and cavity fillings at no charge for students who have not seen a local dentist in over 2 years, or those who live more than 85 miles from the nearest dentist. Prioritization will be given to children without private dental insurance or a home dentist.
If you are interested in having your child visit the dental bus, please contact the office at 605-347-2386. Paperwork must be completed and given to the school nurse to schedule your child. This service is open to all students in Meade School District.
The Delta Dental Mobile Program is coming to Sturgis Elementary September 15-19, 2025. They provide dental exams, preventive services, cleanings, and cavity fillings at no charge for students who have not seen a local dentist in over 2 years, or those who live more than 85 miles from the nearest dentist. Prioritization will be given to children without private dental insurance or a home dentist.
If you are interested in having your child visit the dental bus, please contact the office at 605-347-2386. Paperwork must be completed and given to the school nurse to schedule your child. This service is open to all students in Meade School District.
Join us Tuesday, August 19 from 3 to 5 pm for our open house.
School Supply Drive
Attention incoming 6th graders at SWMS!
SWMS summer hours
